Thanks Barry.

I should already have learned to not use more than a 3 setting on the shaver in moustache area that should be something I know already having done that before. Even a dull near the end of use shaver blade has this issue in the moustache area.

I do find that no shaving soaps/creams work best a work best though having tried shaving gel for my face one time with the shaver it was awful because I had no feel though water is the best if going before a shower after less need for it if right after the shower. If I need and I have not shaved as in skipping a day, I go less then needed in soap like actual body/hand soaps then let soak into skin a bit before shaving.

Todays shave at 10 pm, did later due to going so smooth yesterday was good a 9.5/10 because I had only oppend up 2 cuts I did yesterday as the others were smaller more like multiple hairs I ripped out. I also today did not need to go as smooth as yesterday for a nearly BBS.

I used only water on the shaver head/blade due to just having done a shower, I did clean in middle of shaving 80% trying to remember to do that more often. I might be time to flip the blade now that I am thinking about it, good got that done.


Different topic but wanted to ask on a more active thread:

In place of an expensive Alum block used after the shave have any of you used a deodorant with the newer style Aluminum Sequichlorohydrate at least in it when needed after shaving? I have using what is usually the next on deck to use Deodorant that is at least 12% but not more than 14% because I get all the sweat blocked otherwise at 15%+ and the deodorant becomes useless. I got rid of the last two of my style they can no longer make in the USA or most of the world because this I need 14% to 16% because the lower end 12% did not work anymore for me it just came off because I was still sweating and higher like 17%+ left me rashing due to how this older aluminum ban in most other countries blocks the sweat.

Thank you Joe.

Thank you Joe.

Joe.

-Menthol-Monday-
canadian new SC
tuxedo
palmolive menthol
stirling



good morning Barry @palmolive fox
menthol monday shave
fantastic palmolive lather
smooth 2 passer,minor pickups
mountain man splash to finish
awesome
have a fabulous day my friend

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I really enjoy The Wet Shave store. The El Azulado soap just clung ont0 the Badger brush, leading to a great "across-the-board" shave. The soap may SMELL like Aqua Velva, but it isn't as cold, like the Stoylin Glacials are. It SHOULD be, as the word "Icy" shows up on the lid. Maybe I'll write them and ask if I should stick it in the fridge for a long period of time(actually I DID that once, but just for a few hours). I'll add Wet Shave store peoducts to my "I Can't Be Without This" list with pleasure. A little bit of redness did appear on Cactus Nation(neck), but didn't produce any pain. 2 passes. Nice finish from the Aqua Velva, but I still have work to do to lose the Niagra Falls persuasion. Fairly Outstanding.

Marvelous Menthol Monday shave Gary.

thank you Joe.

Hi Casey. I'm Charlie. I spent a good bit of time with the 30 Day Crew, and it really helped me improve my technique. That's really what this group is all about. There is definitely a learning curve when it comes to DE shaving. In the process of learning, I had to change some things I was doing.

I'm sorry to see you cutting yourself so often. It happens sometimes, but it should be a rare occurrence if your technique is solid.

Do you want to improve your shaves? If so, have you considered what you might do differently as part of your shaving routine? If you are open to suggestions, I'm sure the folks here will be glad to help out.

July 21 SOTE

Good evening.

Mühle R102
Gillette 7 o'clock Super Premium DE Blade (7)
Hembree/Maggard Timberwolf Synthetic Brush
TSD Orange SS and AS
Stirling Alum Block
Lucky Witch Hazel
Dome Turf: 7 Days



I was due for a headshave so I decided to use the same setup and photo as yesterday's face shave. I only needed 2 passes plus touchuos for a cueball and bloodless result. Didn't have any alum feedback and finished with my usual postshave routine. Take care.

Not likely any time soon Lol

Thanks for the posts, pics and exposure to your different setups Barry

thanks Gary

Classy setup, nice looking brush too

Thanks Joe

and again Thanks Joe

That's half the fun of trying different things, including changing up ones hardware, software and technique

Mild Menthol not so?

Sunday 20 Jul 2025

1 Days growth

Hot Water Prep and Preshave = Derby Menthol shave cream
Soap = RasoZero Protetivo
Brush = Semogue Galahad C3 Premium Boar
Bowl = white plastic
Razor = Gillette Tech Aluminium
Blade = Parker Premium platinum SS (Day 3)
Passes = 2 and done
Post = Usual CWR, Alum, rinse, pat dry, Thayer’s rose petal
ASL = Fine Latigo, then
ASB = L’Occitane ASB
Scent = Stirling Spice

Lightweight razer with the day 3 old Parker blade, not the best combination for me but acceptable enough

Tabac Tuesday 22 Jul 2025

2 Days growth

Hot Water Prep and Preshave = Derby Menthol shave cream
Soap = Tabac
Brush = Pura Setola
Bowl = white plastic
Razor = Gillette Popular
Blade = Euromax made in India (1), nice blade
Passes = 2 and touch ups
Post = Usual CWR, Alum, rinse, pat dry, Thayer’s rose petal
ASL = Tabac
ASB = Tabac
Scent = Tabac

Lovely Tabac Tuesday fix and super smooth

It still interests me that certain parts of the face need less strokes to get super smooth, others need more strokes or different attack angles

Main goal: enjoyable shave with no / minimal / infrequent damage

thank you Chris.,mild menthol.

fine set ups and shaves Chris

Thank you Chris.

22nd July 2025.



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Shaving Recipe for today.

Prep: Warm shower:/Cien Men Kenya Shower Gel.

Pre:
Cold wet flannel to my face & head.
Pears Naturalé aloe Vera & olive oil bar soap.
Brush: Semogue 1305.
Bowl: Face & Head Lather.
Lather: Vie-Long Shave Stick.
Blade: Lord Asco Super Stainless. (D1)
Razor: 2020 King C.Gillette.
Razor: Gillette Guard. (Head/Dome) (D3)

Post:
Cold Water Face & Head Rinse./Cold water face & Head wash with brush squeezing's,/Alum Rub./ Cold Water Rinse./ Homemade (~Spring/Summer mix~) Lemon, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, Essential Oils.5 Menthol Crystals Mixed Together With Care+Witch Hazel./Aloe Vera Gel./ Brut Sport Style ASL.

Greetings,

(Face & Head Shave)

A relaxing early morning face & head shave.

A wonderful performance from my now shabby chic looking Semogue 1305/Vie-Long Shave Stick duo.

Another close comfortable acceptable face & head shave with no errors to report.

Finishing the shave off with a generous splash of Brut Sport Style ASL.

My face & precious swede are feeling smooth and smelling divine.

Stay safe, and enjoy your day ladies & gentlemen.